The American Film Institute (AFI) has announced the appointment of producer and educator Susan Ruskin as Dean of the AFI Conservatory. Ruskin will lead AFI’s world-class, graduate film-training program, working alongside a celebrated faculty to continue the traditions of excellence that have defined the AFI Conservatory since its inception 50 years ago. Ruskin will also carry the title of Executive Vice President, American Film Institute, and will report directly to Bob Gazzale, AFI President and CEO. “Susan is a bold and innovative educator with a clear passion for the future of the cinematic arts,” said Gazzale. “As educators, we must…